Samuel Hale (settler) facts for kids
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Samuel Hale
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| Deputy of the General Court of the Colony of Connecticut from Norwalk |
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| In office 1656–1658 |
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| Preceded by | Matthew Canfield |
| Succeeded by | Richard Olmsted |
| In office 1660–1661 |
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| Preceded by | Matthew Canfield |
| Succeeded by | Matthew Canfield |
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| Born | July 1, 1615 Hertford, England |
| Died | November 9, 1693 (aged 78) Wethersfield, Connecticut Colony |
| Resting place | Green Cemetery, Glastonbury, Connecticut |
| Spouse | Mary Smith |
| Children | Samuel, Thomas, Dorothy |
| Residences | Hartford, Connecticut Colony Norwalk, Connecticut Colony Wethersfield, Connecticut Colony |
| Military service | |
| Battles/wars | Pequot War |
Samuel Hale (July 1, 1615 – November 9, 1693) was an important early settler in Connecticut. He helped start the towns of Hartford and Norwalk. He also served as a representative, called a "deputy," in the government of the Connecticut Colony. He represented Norwalk in the General Court in 1656, 1657, and 1660.
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Early Life and Family
Samuel Hale was born on July 1, 1615. His birthplace was Watton-on-Stone, Hertford, England. His parents were John Hale and Martha MNU.
Moving to America
Samuel likely came to America with his brother Thomas Hale and his sister Martha. Martha later married Paul Peck Sr. Paul Peck Sr. was also one of the first settlers of Hartford.
Family Connections
A medical journal from Governor John Winthrop helps confirm Samuel's siblings. In 1666, Governor Winthrop treated Martha Peck. He noted that she was the sister of Samuel Hale of Wethersfield. He also mentioned her brother Thomas Hale, who lived in Charleston.
Life in Connecticut
Samuel Hale lived in Hartford by 1639. This was one of the first towns he helped establish.
Serving His Community
In 1647, Samuel became a "selectman" in Wethersfield. A selectman was a local leader who helped manage town affairs.
Military Service
Samuel Hale fought in the Pequot War. This was a conflict between English colonists and the Pequot Native American tribe. His brother Thomas also served in this war. For his service, Samuel received a piece of land called a "Soldiers' Field" lot.
Moving Between Towns
Before 1655, Samuel moved to Norwalk with his brother Thomas. Norwalk was another town he helped to found.
Representing Norwalk
While in Norwalk, Samuel served as a deputy in the General Court of the Connecticut Colony. He represented Norwalk in 1656, 1657, 1658, and 1660. This role meant he helped make laws and decisions for the colony.
Return to Wethersfield
In 1660, Samuel Hale moved back to Wethersfield.
Remembering a Founder
Samuel Hale is honored on special stones in Connecticut.
Hartford Founder
His name is on the Founders Stone in the Ancient Burying Ground in Hartford. This stone lists the names of the founders of Hartford.
Norwalk Founder
He is also listed on the Founders Stone in the East Norwalk Historical Cemetery. This stone honors the founders of Norwalk.
